Residents at HC-One’s Admirals Reach Care Home in Chelmsford, Essex, were treated to a truly unique afternoon when ZooLab brought along a fascinating range of animals for everyone to meet up close.
The special guests included Sandy the Gecko, Frank and Frances the Cockroaches, Sheldon the Snail, Mary the Tarantula, Boots the Millipede with all of its 400 legs, and Vision the Snake. The visit gave residents the chance to learn more about these remarkable creatures and even hold or gently stroke some of them.
There were smiles all around as residents shared stories about animals they’d encountered in the past and embraced the opportunity to interact with such unusual visitors. The session sparked curiosity and conversation, with many residents commenting on how calming and enjoyable the experience was.
Admirals Reach General Manager, Lal Mangalam, said:
“The ZooLab visit was a fantastic experience for our residents. Everyone was fascinated by the animals and loved being able to handle them safely. Activities like this really help bring our community together and create lasting memories.”
The visit was part of Admirals Reach’s ongoing programme of engaging and sensory activities designed to support residents’ wellbeing, encourage social interaction, and bring a bit of excitement into everyday life.
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